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J & W Marine Services Inc

Outboard motor store · Lynn, MA · reviewed since 2013

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%54+34.3Reliability 28%29+8.2Replies to reviews 8%45+3.7Experts Score= 46Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.46SCORE
CGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#29 of 31 boat repair servicesPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 7%
4.6 ★★★★★ 27 Google reviews · 15 photos
89%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
15%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
11%reviews answered by the owner
Jun 2026latest review

J & W Marine Services Inc at a glance

Google reviewers rate J & W Marine Services Inc at 4.6 out of 5 based on 27 reviews, with the owner responding to 11% of them. Customers frequently praise the staff for their punctuality, clear communication, and fair pricing during outboard motor repairs and repowers. A recurring criticism involves a dispute over a deposit and conflicting statements regarding motor delivery timelines.

  • Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 27 reviews (89% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 27 Google reviews (18 with written comments).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 11% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: June 6, 2026.
  • Service: Boat Repair Service serving Lynn, Massachusetts.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other boat repair services

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction54Reliability29Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews45Satisfaction: 54 (median 74)Reliability: 29 (median 65)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 45 (median 49)
J & W Marine Services IncBoat Repair Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.J & W Marine Services Inc: 54/100 on this factor. Category median: 74.C
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.J & W Marine Services Inc: 29/100 on this factor. Category median: 65.D
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 80.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 93.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.J & W Marine Services Inc: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.J & W Marine Services Inc: 45/100 on this factor. Category median: 49.C
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Star ratings

27 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars2489%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star311%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 18 written reviews

  • Praise26100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results727%
  • Would recommend519%
  • Staff & attitude415%
  • Speed & response415%
  • Price & value312%
  • Communication28%
  • Honesty & trust14%

What customers talk about

We read 18 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “J&W Marine exceeded my expectations by every measure.”
  • “Definitely would highly recommend to anyone seasoned or new to owning a boat.”
  • “Owners are great to work with, are very knowledgeable, and accommodating.”
  • “Turn around time was super fast and the work was done completely and correctly.”
  • “Like every consumer, I wanted the repair done competently at a fair price and right away,”
  • “Did exceptional work and kept me in the loop at all times on the work being done”
  • “Honest, Fair and Down to earth.”

People customers mention

  • Walter 4 reviews
  • Jay 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

RobertLocal Guide · 25 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Walter did a great job on my outboard. Turn around time was super fast and the work was done completely and correctly. I wouldn't go anywhere else for service!

MJ15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 9 months ago★★★★★

Great guys to work with! Have had Walter and Jay work on my boat over the last 12 years and couldn't ask for better service. A+ for parts, knowledge and interaction.

Michael4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I can’t thank Jay and Walt at J&W Marine enough for the service and support they provided to me when I took my Suzuki engine to their shop for repair. Unfortunately, the worst happened to my engine in the middle of summer. Being a charter boat captain, this is a worst case scenario- no boat, no business. However,…

Dan7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

J&W did a great job on my repower. Very happy with their service an turnaround.

Matthew1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

Did exceptional work and kept me in the loop at all times on the work being done

StephanieLocal Guide · 151 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 years ago★★★★★

These guys are great!! They know their stuff!! Repowered our boat!! Would definitely recommend!!

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Customer reviews

4.6 ★★★★★ 27 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Team members customers mention
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Robert OlenioLocal Guide · 25 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Robert has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Walter did a great job on my outboard. Turn around time was super fast and the work was done completely and correctly. I wouldn't go anywhere else for service!

MJ Martin15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews MJ has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great guys to work with! Have had Walter and Jay work on my boat over the last 12 years and couldn't ask for better service. A+ for parts, knowledge and interaction.

Response from the owner · 6 years ago

Thanks for your business and we're glad that you are a happy customer.

Christopher CopelasLocal Guide · 156 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Christopher has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Such great people and great service

kevin garvey5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews kevin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Some say that there is no such thing as a bad day on a boat. I agree with that. Despite credit card captains, mayhem at the ramp, and sudden changes to our New England weather, I enjoy my time on the water. Nonetheless, things happen that challenge the above notion. Recently, a rock jumped out of nowhere and seriously damaged my lower unit. Like every consumer, I wanted the repair done competently at a fair price and right away, J&W has been servicing my boat for the past three years: oil changes, winterization, etc. This visit to their shop was different. The family trip to Maine was approaching, and I was stressed. J&W Marine exceeded my expectations by every measure. Thank you, Jay, Walter, and all the J&W crew for taking care of my boat; I appreciate that you are there for me. Boaters have choices about where to have routine and emergency work done; I go to J&W, and I encourage you to do the same. Kevin

Michael Slaven4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michael has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I can’t thank Jay and Walt at J&W Marine enough for the service and support they provided to me when I took my Suzuki engine to their shop for repair. Unfortunately, the worst happened to my engine in the middle of summer. Being a charter boat captain, this is a worst case scenario- no boat, no business. However, Jay and Walt prioritized my needs, stood up for the engine warranty, and long story short, was in and out in 2 business days. To me, this type of treatment and turnaround time is unheard of. If you’re looking for someone who does quality work, prioritizes you, and stands up for what’s right, Jay and Walt are your guys. Thank you both so much again!

Dan LeBlanc7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

J&W did a great job on my repower. Very happy with their service an turnaround.

David Dishman3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews David has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great professional work & great guys to work with!

Matthew Heckrotte1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Matthew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Did exceptional work and kept me in the loop at all times on the work being done

StephanieLocal Guide · 151 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stephanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

These guys are great!! They know their stuff!! Repowered our boat!! Would definitely recommend!!

PJackieo Lizotte5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews PJackieo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Owners are great to work with, are very knowledgeable, and accommodating. I have my 23 Northcoast serviced and wrapped through them yearly and the service and quality is great. Definitely would highly recommend to anyone seasoned or new to owning a boat.

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